The arbor is one of the best places to relax in the fresh air. A small hill or the presence of a reservoir will only emphasize its beauty and make it more comfortable. Therefore, the choice of place should be treated with all responsibility. It is not superfluous to revise several projects, taking into account the terrain, climate and general design of the estate. This will help you quickly decide how to choose the right material to make a simple gazebo in your country house with your own hands.
How to make a summer gazebo with your own hands?
We prepare tools and materials. Of the materials we need to buy, sand, cement, waterproofing material, reinforcing mesh, a container for the preparation of sand-concrete mix, a bar of 150 × 150 mm, a bar of 150 × 50 mm, metal corners, a board for roof roofing, soft tiles.
From tools we need a shovel, a hammer, a drill, a screwdriver, a hacksaw or a miter saw. We make the marking of the territory and lay the foundation. We excavate the holes in the planned places, fill the sand with sand, reinforce the metal mesh and put blocks on the sand-concrete mix.
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To protect the base of the arbor from moisture, we put waterproofing material on the surface of the blocks.
We are engaged in the lower strapping of the arbor. For the construction we use a bar measuring 150 × 150 mm. To increase the service life of our structure, before the start of construction, we process the tree with an antibiotic-protecting compound. We join the beams with their butts, previously cutting out the quarters.
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Inside the lower strapping we prepare the foundation of the future floor. For this we need a beam of 150 × 50 mm. To ensure that the floorboard does not bend, lay the logs, keeping a distance of about 50 cm.
Strictly according to the level, we put vertical supports of the arbor. They determine the shape of our structure. For them, the same bar is suitable, as for the lower strapping. Element of the connection will be metal corners.
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We connect vertical columns in the upper part. For greater reliability of the structure in some places, in addition to the beam, we install transverse beams.
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We make the foundation of any roof - the rafter system. It must be reliable, withstand strong wind gusts and snow weight in winter. The rafters are fastened together and with vertical racks.
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We construct the crate, which will serve as a support for the roof. In work we use a narrow board.
On the lath we put a layer of waterproofing, protecting it from leaking in rainy weather.
The layer of waterproofing is covered with soft tiles. It has a self-adhesive side, with which the elements are glued together. Due to its attractive appearance and affordable price, this roofing material is perfect for those who wish to make a gazebo with their own hands.
Begin to lay the floor. After pre-stacking the boards on the logs, mark the places podpila. In the work we use long self-tapping screws. At the end of the work we process the surface with varnish.
Along the perimeter of the pergola is covered with balusters, which will take us to the last century. For this purpose, you can choose other decorative elements, then its appearance and style will be different. For any wooden gazebo, a grill made of wood, made especially for climbing plants, is ideal.
Any gazebo is made according to one principle. The difference can only be in the form of a roof, the shape of the gazebo itself, the lining and the materials that are used for construction. For example, the floor can be concreted, put a paving slab or leave it earthy. It all depends on your tastes. Since it is not very convenient to work alone at a low altitude, it is better to help one of your friends to help yourself.